Human & Social Service Grants

Last updated June 14, 2026

There are currently 1,221 active human & social service grants in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily.

Human and social service grants help nonprofits deliver core supports like case management, child and adult protective services, disability services, and assistance for vulnerable families. Major federal funding flows through HHS's Administration for Children and Families, including the Social Services Block Grant (Title XX) and the Community Services Block Grant, which reach providers through state agencies and local Community Action Agencies. Private funders such as the Annie E. Casey Foundation and large community foundations also back human-services organizations.

1,221 grants
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What human & social service grants are open right now?

UNITED WAY OF MIDLAND INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Initiatives Program Type: Collaborative funding opportunity for multi-partner initiatives Geographic Scope: Midland, Martin, and/or Upton County, TX Focus Areas: - Financial Security -…

UNITED WAY OF MIDLAND INC · October 31, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Community Innovative Grants Award Amount: Up to $15,000 per grant Geographic Scope: Midland, Martin, and/or Upton County, TX Eligible Applicants: Nonprofit health and human service organizations…

ADA REGIONAL UNITED WAY INC · March 31, 2027 · Annual Foundation

Community Investment Allocation Funder: Ada Regional United Way Inc (OK, US) Geographic Scope: Pontotoc County and zip codes 74849 and 74872. For multi-county agencies, services must be provided in…

$15,000 - $25,000 (Spartanburg County); No minimum/maximum for Cherokee and Union Counties
UNITED WAY OF THE PIEDMONT INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Investment Funding Program 2026-2028 Funder: United Way of the Piedmont Status: The 2026-2028 funding process is now closed. Geographic Scope: Cherokee, Spartanburg, and Union counties in…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR NORTHERN · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Investment Funds Overview: The Community Investment Funds are the signature grant cycle managed by the Community Foundation for Northern Virginia in which funds are invested in…

US $2,500 - US $50,000
United Way of Kennebec Valley · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Investment Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: United Way of Kennebec Valley Amount: US $2,500 - US $50,000 Last Updated: September 27, 2025 Summary The Community Investment Grant Program…

LIVINGSTON COUNTY UNITED WAY · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Investments Process / Community Impact Grant Funder: Livingston County United Way (LCUW) Geographic Scope: Livingston County, Michigan Program Description: LCUW's annual Community…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF CHIPPEWA CO · October 8, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Community Needs Grants Overview: Each year, Community Needs Grants are awarded to charitable organizations serving Chippewa County. Geographic Scope: Chippewa County, Wisconsin Funding Focus Areas: -…

Varies by grant; 2017 cycle total was $25,000 distributed among recipients ($3,229 - $5,000 per grant); supplemental grants of $1,250 also available
THE MOAA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Outreach Grant Organization: The MOAA Foundation (formerly MOAA Military Family Initiative) Geographic Scope: National; available to MOAA councils and chapters Focus Areas: Grants support…

Sonora Area Foundation · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Community Recovery Fund (CRF) Program Status: Established March 2020 (pandemic response fund) Geographic Scope: Tuolumne County, CA Program Purpose: Repository for donations to support Tuolumne…

GREENSBORO ASSOCIATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Relief Fund Purpose: Supports emergency services and mutual aid efforts in the Greensboro area with the goal of helping the community at times of extraordinary need due to unprecedented…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF GREATER NEW · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Response Grants Geographic Scope: Berlin, New Britain, Plainville, and Southington, Connecticut Focus Areas: - Arts, culture and heritage - Education - Health and human services Overview:…

US $25,000 - US $100,000
Fulton County Department of Community Development - Youth and Community Services Division · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Service Program (CSP) Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Fulton County Department of Community Development - Youth and Community Services Division Amount: US $25,000 - US $100,000 Last Updated:…

City of Rockville · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Services and Enrichment Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: City of Rockville Last Updated: September 16, 2025 Summary The Community Services and Enrichment Grant, provided by the City of…

THE AGRICULTURAL AND LABOR PROGRAM INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) Program Program Type: Emergency assistance and family support services Geographic Scope: Available in the following Florida counties only: Glades, Hendry,…

SAINT PAUL & MINNESOTA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Sharing Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,000 Last Updated: April 24, 2025 Summary The Community Sharing Fund Grant provides…

US $50,000 - US $250,000
FR BIGELOW FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Community Solutions Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: F. R. Bigelow Foundation Amount: US $50,000 - US $250,000 Last Updated: December 19, 2025 Summary The Community Solutions Grant Program,…

Frequently Asked Questions

What human services grants are available?

Funding supports a broad range of human services, including case management, child and adult protective services, services for people with disabilities, employment and education supports, and crisis assistance. Federal block grants like the Social Services Block Grant (SSBG) and Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) are leading sources, alongside state human-services agency programs and private foundation grants. Most opportunities target organizations serving low-income and otherwise vulnerable populations.

Who funds human services programs?

The largest funder is the federal government, primarily HHS's Administration for Children and Families (ACF), which administers SSBG and CSBG and passes funds to states, territories, tribes, and local Community Action Agencies. State human-services departments, county governments, and private funders such as the Annie E. Casey Foundation and regional community foundations round out the field. Each has its own eligibility rules and priorities.

Do I need to be a 501(c)(3) to apply for human services grants?

Most foundation and many federal human-services grants require nonprofit status, typically a 501(c)(3) determination, though some funds also flow to government agencies and tribes. Because block-grant dollars are often re-granted through state agencies, the practical first step is to check both federal program rules and your state administering agency's requirements. Build relationships with your local Community Action Agency, which frequently subcontracts service delivery.

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